Los Suenos Marina Acquired by Safe Harbor
Safe Harbor Expands into Costa Rica with Acquisition of Los Sueños Marina
Safe Harbor Marinas has officially added Los Sueños Marina, located on Costa Rica’s picturesque central Pacific coast, to its global portfolio
A Strategic Expansion in a Sportfishing Destination
Known as a top sportfishing hub, Los Sueños now operates under the Safe Harbor banner. The marina caters to a wide range of vessels—including luxury sportfishing boats and yachts—offering up to 200 wet slips, 166 dry slips, and the capacity to accommodate vessels up to 180 feet (approximately 55 m)
The facility also features an onsite fuel dock, diverse dining options, and hospitality amenities that support both local and international customers Safe Harbor.
Leadership Perspectives
Baxter Underwood, Safe Harbor’s CEO, welcomed the new acquisition, stating that Los Sueños is a "wonderful addition" to their company and noting that it attracts sportfishing enthusiasts from as far away as California to the Carolinas
Carolina Corral, Senior Vice President, emphasized Safe Harbor’s commitment to growth and customer service: “We are excited to continue growing our network of premier boating destinations while providing Members with unparalleled service.” Marine Industry Newsmarinaworld.com.
Global Ambitions Backed by Scale
This move solidifies Safe Harbor’s position as the world’s largest operator of marinas and shipyards, expanding its network to 140 locations globally Boat International+10marinaworld.com+10Safe Harbor Marinas+10. The Los Sueños acquisition aligns with the company’s broader strategy to grow its presence in premium coastal markets.
Why This Matters
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Enhanced Brand Presence: Establishing a foothold in Costa Rica bolsters Safe Harbor’s access to Central America’s sportfishing and luxury yacht market.
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Upscale Facilities: The marina offers modern amenities and berthing options for both leisure and sport vessels.
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Strong Market Appeal: Los Sueños is already well-regarded among international boating and sportfishing communities.
At a Glance
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Central Pacific coast, Costa Rica |
| Capacity | Wet slips: 200 / Dry slips: 166 |
| Max Vessel Size | Up to ~180 ft (55 m) |
| Amenities | Fuel dock, restaurants, hospitality |
| Owner | Safe Harbor Marinas |
| Global Network | 140 marinas and shipyards |
| Strategic Focus | Luxury sportfishing, global expansion |
Safe Harbor’s acquisition of Los Sueños Marina not only represents a major step in the company’s global expansion but also introduces their high standards of luxury and service to a premier Costa Rican boating destination.
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Written by David Karr
David has been living in Costa Rica since 2005, where he resides full time in Jaco Beach. Since then, he has been consulting and guiding people with real estate and living in Costa Rica. His expertise is in the Central Pacific and Jaco region, but can assist with all parts of Costa Rica. You can reach him at 506.8718.7216
